Straightening, Trisha extended a hand. “You must be Ethan Carter. I’m Trisha Wells, Lily’s mother.”
Ethan raised an eyebrow, his gaze flickering over her with quiet curiosity. She was older than him, yet carried herself with the poise of a woman who had seen the world and conquered it. Everything from her well-maintained appearance to the sharp glint in her eyes screamed power and experience.
She was a beauty.
Still, Ethan kept his expression neutral, offering a polite smile as he shook her hand. “Ah, Mrs. Wells. I’ve heard a lot about you.”
His voice was smooth, measured—just enough charm without overplaying it.
Ethan Carter adjusted his posture, flashing a polite yet cautious smile. “It’s a pleasure to meet you.” His tone was refined, his demeanor composed.
Trisha Wells studied him with a scrutinizing gaze, nodding slightly in approval at his etiquette. “I came to speak with you about Lily’s imprisonment.” Her voice was steady, but there was a sharp edge beneath it.
“She’s my daughter, and Alex was behind this, I won’t sit by and let it happen. I need to understand exactly what went down for this situation to occur.”
Hearing Alex’s name, Ethan’s expression shifted, his eyes darkening with resentment. “That bastard,” he muttered, barely containing his frustration. “He set Lily up.” His jaw clenched. “And not just her—he set me up too.”
Trisha’s gaze flickered with interest. “Go on.”
Ethan exhaled sharply, his emotions bubbling to the surface. “Alex acts like he’s untouchable just because he has money and power. He never plays by the rules, never gives anyone else a chance. If I had even half the resources he does, I’d be way… way ahead of him by now.”
Trisha considered his words, nodding thoughtfully. She recalled Alex’s arrogant demeanor back at the Police Department, and she couldn’t deny that Ethan’s words rang true.
“That man has no understanding of how society works,” she mused. “All he knows is brute force and manipulation. If not for his family backing, he would’ve been done for long ago.”
A thought crossed her mind, and she turned back to Ethan. “You’re saying that if you had the right support, you could turn things around?”
Without hesitation, Ethan nodded. “I’m a master of Fortune skills. I know martial arts too. I’m fluent in multiple languages. I have the skills to succeed—Alex just made sure I never got the chance to do anything… everything I do… Alex manipulates it to my disadvantage every single time.”
Trisha tapped her fingers against her arm, contemplating his words. “A man with your talents shouldn’t be wasting away in such conditions,” she murmured. “If what you say is true, then perhaps it’s time someone gave you a real opportunity.”
Ethan’s eyes lit up with cautious optimism. “Are you saying…?”
Trisha’s lips curved into a small smile. “I have connections, boy. And I intend to use them.” Her gaze sharpened. “You said you specialize in Fortune skills. What about estate planning? You know, like telling what is wrong with estate or the things that shouldn’t be here or there. Are you familiar with that?”
Ethan straightened his shoulders, exuding confidence. “Mrs. Wells, I can guarantee you—any estate I work on, if given the right modifications, will reach unimaginable heights.”
Trisha’s smile widened. “Good.” She clapped her hands together, decision made. “Then let’s put that confidence to the test.”
She took a step closer, her tone carrying a hint of authority. “Have you heard of the Wells family estate in the mountains?”
Ethan’s brows furrowed. “You mean the Wells family? One of the powerful families in the cuty?”
“That’s the one,” Trisha confirmed. “And I happen to be a member of that family.” She let the weight of her words settle before continuing, “Tomorrow, I’m taking you to meet them. Show them your skills. Impress them.” Her voice lowered, almost conspiratorial.
“If you succeed, you’ll have the full backing of the Wells family. That means power, resources, and—” she paused, her eyes gleaming, “—a chance to make Alex regret ever crossing you.”
Ethan’s heart pounded with excitement. If he could secure the Wells family’s support, Alex would no longer be untouchable.
A slow grin spread across his face as he extended a hand. “Mrs. Wells, you have a deal.”
Trisha shook his hand firmly. “Good. Just remember—this isn’t charity. Prove yourself, and the Wells family will stand behind you. Fail…” She let the unspoken consequence hang between them.
Ethan’s grip tightened. “I won’t fail.”
As the conversation between Trisha Wells and Ethan continued, she found herself growing increasingly fond of the young man. His composure, intelligence, and confidence left a lasting impression on her.
After just a few exchanges, Trisha had already made up her mind—Ethan was the perfect match for her daughter.
‘No wonder Lily was interested in him!’ she thought, her eyes gleaming with approval. ‘He’s outstanding—far beyond what I expected!’
A hint of regret flickered in her heart. Her daughter was still locked away in prison, unable to see what was happening outside. But as her mother, Trisha was determined, if Lily couldn’t fight for herself right now, then she would do it for her.
‘Lily, you may be in prison, but I won’t let Alex get away with what he did to you! And don’t worry after I deal with Alex, I will get you out in no time.’ With that resolve in mind, she wasted no time.
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The next morning, Trisha personally drove Ethan to the Wells family estate. A man of his talents and potential deserved a much bigger platform—one that she was more than willing to provide.
By the time they arrived at the Wells estate, it was just past noon, and the air carried the distinct aroma of a lavish family lunch.
The moment they stepped into the estate, a man with sharp, calculating eyes glanced up from his seat. His expression was unreadable—bordering on cold.
“Why are you back?” he asked, his tone indifferent.
This was Marshall Wells, a key figure in the family’s affairs and one of Trisha’s harshest critics.
Trisha, of course, knew exactly why he was displeased with her.
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